Author Archives: Jim Gleason

We were able to see three of our six grandchildren within a few days of their births. What joy and exhilaration filled our hearts at those special times! We did not have the same privilege with the other three, although we did meet them rather quickly also. In order to participate in these glorious times,Continue reading “Preparation for Wonders”

While trekking in Nepal we frequently had to cross suspension bridges. I confess that I did not like walking across these bridges. Most were carefully constructed and structurally sound, at least by my nonscientific evaluation. That didn’t matter, I still didn’t want to walk on them. I remember one bridge, in particular. It was madeContinue reading “Suspension Bridges”

I have spent a good portion of my life trying to get by on my own smarts, strength, and charm. Sometimes these things worked to my advantage, at least temporarily. But to be honest, I really don’t have much in the way of smarts, strength, or charm. So the things that I thought would helpContinue reading “On My Own”

As we were driving yesterday, we passed through a brief rain shower. It seemed to come out of nowhere, but also quickly ended. I see my life in terms of a series of unexpected, but relatively brief, showers. I have had showers of blessings, troubles, joy, and sadness among others. Showers of blessings have overwhelmedContinue reading “Showers Of …”

I remember playing Hide and Seek when I was young. As I recall, I was pretty good at it. I think it was because I was patient and didn’t feel the need to expose my whereabouts quickly. There were some good places to hide in my neighborhood. Sometimes we think that we can play hideContinue reading “Hide and Seek”